The Fashionable Nontraditional Student - is this you? Some articles and tips.

I have to admit, I don't think I was a fashionable nontraditional student.

Not me.

But I blended in well enough (think: jeans, tops, etc.) mainly because I didn't think I could afford a REAL College Wardrobe as a nontraditional student.

But clothes mattered to me so much more the first time around when I was in college. Not that I had money for them either, but luckily the clothes I had were different and trendy, so I was happy about that. Once in awhile I longed for party attire, but didn't cry about it.

Now, some nontraditional students DO think about fashion. I did find some fun articles about what to wear at college. Of course, a lot depends on what you want to show or not show.

Here are just a couple of article I found today on the subject, in case you are in the market to get a few outfits - - or fake it out with some carefully selected (and on the cheap side) accessories.

There are some cute photos here: (And not just for size zero...)
http://thewelldressedlife.com/

Over 50? And want to look great at an event or special party?
Here are some good photos:
http://www.theguardian.com/fashion/gallery/2013/mar/29/50-best-dressed-over-50s

How to be a "Glam Grand" - -
http://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2009/may/28/glam-grans-over-60s-fashion

Luckily, a pair of nice jeans and a T-shirt are still fashionable for older ladies or gentlemen to wear. But a nice shirt or blouse sometimes is a great choice.

But be on the lookout. Fashions DO change. And many times, you can find something different and cool to wear.

Not that you are ever going to be super fantastically cool as an older student, but you can try if you like. But then, you may be THE "most fascinating man or woman" in the world. But even you know that fashion does help sometimes. 

Some other postings you may like from our archives are:

Must-have supplies for the adult college student

and

Your College Backpack - What is in it?

What are your style tips? Leave a comment here.

My last posting here: A note about lists, and (Nontrads: Just Do It!)

Betsyanne

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A note to myself about lists... and to Nontraditional Students: JUST DO IT!!

I am making a list. AND starting to actually DO things that are on it.

For me, this means a combination of things, blogging, writing, finishing those books, making some pottery and art, and doing some serious scanning and starting of NEW projects. This does not make a complete list either.

For nontraditional students, sometimes a LIST can be something useful to you, too. Are you on the fence? Make a Pro and Con List. Just divide a sheet of paper with a vertical line, and list all the reasons why you DO want to go back to school (and all the positive ramifications), and the Con side (at the right) will list all your reservations and reasons NOT to go back. Keep it up. Which side is bigger?

Tips for Inspiration

Are you wanting to go back to school, but NOT wanting to quit your job? The options are out there for you now, with many courses online and some at great times, to fit your schedule.

Have you been out of school for a long time? That's OK. And you will probably meet (online or in person) many people like you if you choose to go back to school today.

Be courageous - and improve your self-esteem

So... get that pen and paper out. And start LISTING what YOU want to do with your life. Or how you plan to catch up, and start something new. Like maybe school!

 Good luck, too. And let me know how it goes!

Betsyanne
Former Nontraditional Student in Education
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The Many Reasons Nontraditional Students go Back to School, blending in, some words of encouragement, more.

I know there are a great number of reasons nontraditional students go back to school.

Often, I hear, it's to upgrade skills, or to get a better job.

Sometimes it's to explore something you never thought you'd get to learn about. Or to offer a family a better income, after learning a new profession.

Luckily, there are more older students in school now, so if you are an older student, you won't stand out as much. And many younger students do put forth the effort to be friendly too.

Some clubs are opening their membership to include different ages. I like this.

I think just having the courage to actually DO IT instead of just thinking about it deserves recognition. Because it is not always easy to go to school. Some people fit it in where they can. And paying back the school loan money can take a long time, too.

If nobody has told you anything good about going back to school, I want to do that right now, right here.

YOU CAN DO IT - AND YOU ARE DOING A GREAT THING.

I know how hard that first step can be. But maybe the next steps in your continuing education won't be quite so hard.

I hope they won't be!

Good luck going back to school. 

Here is another recent posting:
10 Great Study Tips for Nontrads: http://non-traditional-students.blogspot.com/2015/08/10-great-study-tips-for-nontrads-2015.html

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